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Middlemount, Australia

Queensland · Australia

Middlemount is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 2,825. Elevation: 548 ft (167 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,825 Population 10/sq mi density
548 ft Elevation 167 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane Timezone
$56,345 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,345 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$30,400 home value, $152/mo rent

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About Middlemount

Middlemount

Middlemount is a rural town and locality in the Isaac Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2021 census, the locality of Middlemount had a population of 1,899 people.

People

Population2,825
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,345
Per Capita$56,345
Unemployment2.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$30,400
Rent$152
Ownership6.3%
Housing Units1,130

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Population2,825
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Coordinates-22.8123°, 148.6993°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$56,345
Median Age32.0 years

About Middlemount

Middlemount is a small town in Australia (Queensland) with a population of 2,825. The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet (167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Australia/Brisbane.

Middlemount has a population of 2,825 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,825
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
297.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Middlemount vs Australia Average

The median household income in Middlemount is $56,345, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,345 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,084, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 268 business establishments.

Income: Middlemount vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$56,345
25% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$56,345
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)268

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Middlemount is $30,400, 89% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $152 (87% below the national average of $1,163). 6.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,130 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$30,400
89% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$152
87% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership6.3%
Owner-Occupied6.3%
Renter-Occupied93.7%
Housing Units1,130

Property Tax

Middlemount has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 548 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area297.0 sq mi (769.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-22.8123°N, 148.6993°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.21"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.6 on Apr 12, 2002.

Jun 25, 1996 45 km SW of Moranbah, Australia M3.7 115 km
Apr 12, 2002 35 km NNW of Moranbah, Australia M3.6 147 km
Jun 22, 1991 14 km NW of Dysart, Australia M3.4 58 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Debbie (2017).

Year Name Category Closest
2017 Debbie Category 2 265 km
2015 Marcia Category 4 185 km
2010 Ului Category 1 273 km
1983 Elinor Category 1 213 km
1980 Simon Category 3 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.1 in Warmest
February 81°F (27°C) 3.8 in
March 79°F (26°C) 2.4 in
April 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
May 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
September 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 75°F (24°C) 1.6 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 4.2 in Wettest

Middlemount has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 61°F in July to 82°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.2") and September the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Middlemount

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Middlemount Community School
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Radio Stations near Middlemount

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Middlemount

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Middlemount Library0.0

Hotels in Middlemount

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Middlemount Hotel Motel

Gas Stations in Middlemount

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Middlemount

Golf Courses in Middlemount

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Middlemount Golf Course

Airports Near Middlemount

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dysart AirportDYAMedium Airport
Capella AirportSmall Airport
Iffley HS AirstripSmall Airport
Kaiuroo AirportSmall Airport
Lotus Creek/Croyden AirstripSmall Airport
Middlemount AirportMMMSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Oaky Creek AirportSmall Airport
Yarrabee Mine AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Middlemount

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Middlemount LPO

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Brisbane

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Middlemount

What is the population of Middlemount?

Middlemount has a population of 2,825 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 297.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Middlemount expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,345, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $30,400 (89% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $152 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Middlemount?

Middlemount has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

How is the job market in Middlemount?

The job market in Middlemount is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,084. There are 268 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Middlemount?

The median home value in Middlemount is $30,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $152. The homeownership rate is 6.3%.

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